Structural Engineer - Mission Critical - Chicago

Description

The Staff Structural Engineer will work on project teams to create world‑class designs for new projects, alterations, and redevelopments on a variety of projects including power, process, corporate, healthcare, pipeline, airports, institutional, industrial, manufacturing, government, and military facilities. The role involves working with the project team throughout the design and construction process, adapting structural plans according to budget constraints, design factors, or client needs.

• Perform structural design of projects from the conceptual phase through design completion.
• Modify and review production drawings for a variety of projects.
• Design structural components for project needs and requirements set forth by the project managers.
• Apply strong knowledge of commonly used structural engineering/design concepts, principles, practices, codes, and procedures.
• Research and compile project‑related data as required by the project managers.
• Update drawings provided by senior engineers to verify corrections are made within multiple CAD‑related software.
• Compile information for client presentations, shop drawing review, and contract administration for the design of power, process, pipeline, industrial, healthcare, airports, educational institutions, commercial, and governmental and military facilities.
• Perform field inspections, measurements, or calculations for public and private clients.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Structural Engineering or a related degree from an ABET‑accredited program with 3 years of structural engineering experience, OR
• Bachelor of Science in Structural or related Engineering Technology from an ABET‑accredited program with successful completion of the Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) exam and 3 years of structural engineering experience, OR
• Master’s Degree in Structural Engineering with 2 years of structural engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work methodically and analytically in a quantitative problem‑solving environment with demonstrated critical thinking skills.
• Proficient in standard engineering techniques and procedures.
• Strong computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office Suite).
• Proficient in structural analysis programs (e.g., RISA 3D), AutoCAD, ETABS, SAFE, and BIM (e.g., Revit and Tekla).
• Strong attention to detail, facilitation, team building, collaboration, organization, and problem‑solving skills.
• Engineers in Training (EIT) Certification preferred.

$- Yearly

Our extensive benefits package takes care of you so that you can focus on doing great work. From insurance and disability to time off and wellness programs, we provide the tools to meet your needs. Eligible employees participate in our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) in addition to our 401(k) retirement program.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans